Provide high quality Occupational Therapy services to people within the Gold Coast Health Service experiencing mental illness or primary alcohol and drug concerns as well as dual diagnosis issues, utilising a recovery focused framework to optimise psychosocial outcomes for consumers, their families and carers.

An opportunity has become available for an Occupational Therapist (Mental Health - Orchid Inpatient Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Provide an efficient and responsive mental health Occupational Therapy service within identified models of care and in accordance with professional, ethical and National Mental Health standards
• Utilise knowledge of Occupational theories and frameworks in understanding the occupational and functional impact of mental illness, to assist consumers, carers and their families
• Undertake routine psychosocial, functional, sensory and cognitive assessments
• Apply professional judgement to facilitate effective clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence across multiple clinical areas.

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• A tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy
• AHPRA Registration
• Driver Licence
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
• Base salary ranging from $38.70 - $56.89 per hour

About Us

Gold Coast Health Occupational Therapists strive to deliver excellence in healthcare for all Queensland Health consumers. The treatment and care delivered is in partnership with consumers, carers, their families and the multidisciplinary team. We strive to be compassionate, empathetic and maintain a least restrictive environment consistent with safe and effective care.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 31 May 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC562756

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted. 

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

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